Flood Warning Issued for South Central Noble County, Ohio Through Thursday Afternoon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, PA, has issued a Flood Warning for South Central Noble County in east central Ohio. The alert was issued at 12:09 PM EST on March 5, 2026, and remains in effect until 3:00 PM EST this afternoon.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts South Central Noble County. Residents in Dexter City and surrounding low-lying areas should prepare for flooding conditions as runoff continues to impact the region.

What You Should Do

Local authorities and the NWS advise residents to “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roadways. Most flood-related fatalities occur in vehicles. Residents are urged to avoid flooded areas and move to higher ground if necessary.

Expected Conditions

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is currently imminent or occurring. Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicate that creek levels are rising rapidly due to runoff from earlier and ongoing rainfall. Specific observations include:

• Duck Creek at Macksburg: Measured at 14.4 feet as of 11:30 AM. The established flood stage for this location is 13 feet.
• Impacts: Flooding is expected in rivers, creeks, streams, and other flood-prone locations.

Timeline

The Flood Warning is effective immediately as of 12:09 PM EST and is scheduled to expire at 3:00 PM EST on March 5, 2026.